Singapore, Singapore
I’m passionate about developing talent to reach their full potential in fast-paced, high performance environments. My experience enables me to identify, assess, and cultivate leadership potential to drive organizational success. Building consensus across multi-cultural organisations is key to rolling -out powerful initiatives and I have a track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders. I'm committed to creating engaging, interactive learning experiences, whether in person or virtually, that support people to perform at their best. Technology and AI are changing the way people learn and collaborate and I've used this an opportunity to innovate the way we develop people. My path to learning and development was not a straight line but every stop on my journey contributed to who I am today: Forensic Accountant: Starting off my career in accounting gave me a solid foundation for business. I’m comfortable with numbers and spreadsheets and use data to make insights and informed decisions. Lawyer: After graduating from Harvard Law School, I worked as a litigator and U.S. Securities lawyer, which developed my critical thinking, negotiation and communication skills. Adjunct Professor: Teaching at SMU Law School, was one of the most rewarding positions I’ve held. I designed and delivered my curriculum from scratch, which has shaped the way I approach learning methods to achieve clearly defined learning objectives. Entrepreneur: Founding two businesses gave me a platform to take risks, self motivate, understand my client’s needs and sell my vision. Plain Language Trainer: I specialised in working with lawyers and business people on how to write and communicate more effectively, which profoundly transformed the way that I communicate and organise my thinking. Mom: My three children have taught me how to multi-task and focus on what’s important. They’re also living examples that everyone learns differently but can flourish if you build on their strengths.
I lead Clifford Chance's global learning and development strategy and implementation to shape a future-ready, integrated learning ecosystem that aligns closely with business priorities and talent strategy. This includes overseeing the design and delivery of the Academy curriculum, spanning lawyers and business professionals aligned with adult learning principles. Our leadership and business skills development, includes programs focused on strategic thinking, commercial discipline, people leadership, and client relationships. Developing and leading a high-performing global L&D team is the foundation that allows us to deliver high quality relevant development across the network. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, I partner across HR, practice groups, and business functions to anticipate and respond to evolving skill requirements. I'm fortunate to continue working closely with the Partnership Selection Group, to guide lawyers through the annual Partnership Candidate Assessment. Driving the integration of innovative and digital learning solutions, including leveraging AI-enabled learning is key as AI continues to change the way we work and learn. I also oversee global L&D budget, vendor strategy, and ROI strategy using data and insights to continuously improve and show impact.
My objective was to identify, measure and develop leadership capabilities for Clifford Chance lawyers globally. I design and implement assessments using diverse evaluation methods (simulations, psychometrics, role-playing and interviews) to benchmark candidates against the firm's leadership framework and business skills competencies. I also developed and delivered signature programs aligned with key career milestones. Core topics included leading high performing teams, self leadership, healthy performance, commercial acumen and building your personal brand and client engagement. Working closely with the Partnership Selection Group, I guided lawyers through the path to partnership and made that journey meaningful and transparent. I also oversaw the annual Partnership Candidate Assessment. I designed and facilitated the successful transition of both organically promoted and laterally hired Partners ensuring their integration and long term success within the firm. Coaching lawyers individually and in groups on their career development aspirations and plans was the highlight of my role. I launched and oversaw peer coaching initiatives that foster mentorship, enhance coaching skills and strengthen relationships across the firm. For the Singapore office, I'm was co-chair of Accelerate, Clifford Chance's Women's Network for gender parity. I worked to drive positive change and empower women both in Clifford Chance and in the broader community.
I oversaw legal technical training across seven offices in Asia Pacific. I covered professional development for all practice groups including Corporate, Banking & Finance, Capital Markets and Litigation & Dispute Resolution. In addition to short seminars, I also organized induction courses for new joiners and in-depth courses on topics such as Fundamentals of Financial Markets, Loan Negotiation and Asset Finance that are delivered both internally and for clients. Outreach to the broader Singapore Legal Community is an integral part of my role. On behalf of Clifford Chance, I liaised with the Singapore Law Society, the Future Law Innovation Programme by SAL, NUS and SMU among others.
I designed and delivered public speaking and effective writing training for professionals in Indonesia. I also used my analytical, writing and editing skills to assist international development companies for bid proposals to various aid agencies.
Your Statement was a plain language consulting businesses I founded to teach lawyers and business people how to write and communicate more effectively. I designed and delivered seminars and private coaching on topics including contract drafting, report writing, using plain language, critical thinking and communication skills. In addition, I drafted contracts and wrote bank marketing materials using clear and precise language. My clients included: John Deere, White & Case, DHL and Standard Chartered Bank.
For four years, I designed lessons for and taught Legal Research & Writing to undergraduate law students. I focused on topics including objective & persuasive writing, negotiation and oral argument skills. In 2010, I won the award for SMU Law School Outstanding Adjunct Professor.
At Linklaters, I represented issuers and underwriters for capital market transactions, including issuance of debt, equity, and equity-linked securities for clients in Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore. My responsibilities included drafting disclosure documents, negotiating comfort letters, conducting due diligence, coordinating with local counsel, and preparing relevant agreements. I also provided advice on United States securities law, including exemptions from registration under the Securities Act, publicity guidelines and selling restrictions.